Many people consider Stanford University’s Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS) Program to be among the most prominent fully financed graduate scholarships worldwide. The program integrates leadership development, intercultural community participation, and full financial support for graduate studies at Stanford with the goal of developing the next generation of global leaders. More than just money, it provides a life-changing atmosphere where gifted people from all over the world work together, create, and motivate change.
Up to 100 scholars are chosen annually from a wide variety of academic fields throughout Stanford’s seven schools, encouraging a cross-disciplinary interchange of concepts and methods for resolving challenging issues.In terms of colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, and socioeconomic level, the program accepts students from all nations, cultures, and identities. Because of this diversity, a thriving global network is created that is bound together by civic duty and intentional leadership.
Scholars develop their leadership skills and get ready to tackle some of the most important issues facing the globe through skill-building courses, mentorship, and experiential learning. Students from any nation may apply as long as they fulfil the academic and degree date requirements of the program; there are no restrictions on candidates’ nationalities.
Host Country: USA
University: Stanford University
Opportunity Type: PhD, Masters
Subjects: All Subjects
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- In order to be eligible, candidates must apply to, be accepted into, and enrol in a Stanford graduate program (such as DMA, JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MPP, MS, PhD, etc.) full-time.
- Both Stanford and KHS accept applications for the same academic year.
- You can still apply even if your Stanford admission has already been postponed till 2026.
- Stanford PhD candidates in their first year may apply to KHS in order to start the scholarship in their second year.
- Requirement for Undergraduate Degree:By the date indicated in the program’s qualifying requirements, you must have obtained your first bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent).
Benefits:
- full payment for your graduate study at Stanford, including tuition and all related costs.
- a living allowance to pay for personal bills, housing, and food.
- A one-way annual travel stipend to and from Stanford.
- Possibilities for leadership development include professional networking, community service projects, and training courses.
- membership in an alumni network of world leaders and innovators for life.
Deadline: 08 October 2025
